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Sylvie Giangolini

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Managing Director at Hako Machines Ltd
📍 Huddersfield, England, United Kingdom

Sylvie Giangolini is the Managing Director of Hako Machines Ltd, having led the companys growth and transformation since her appointment in 2016. A respected leader in the manufacturing sector, she was named one of Britains 100 most impactful manufacturers in 2025 and serves as Chair for We Are Wakefield.

Outside of work, Sylvie is a keen lover of the outdoors, enjoying long walks with her toy poodle, Archie, as well as gardening and renovating her familys old mill house in Scammonden. She is passionate about supporting her local West Yorkshire community, with a focus on developing young talent.

She was recently appointed to the Board of Trustees for West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services, a charity supporting the regions manufacturers.

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Experience
23 Years
Current Role
Managing Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Huddersfield, England, United Kingdom
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Local Business Collaboration
As Chair of We Are Wakefield, she champions community-driven growth and helps local businesses form powerful collaborations and strengthen supply chains.
Manufacturing Talent
Passionate about developing young talent, she supports charities and networks that build bridges between education providers and industry to inspire the next generation.
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Career

Work history

3-2018
Managing Director
Hako Machines Ltd
4-2016
UK General Manager
Hako Machines Ltd
2-2015 - 4-2016
UK Sales & Marketing Director
Hako Machines Ltd
1-2012 - 2-2015
Regional Sales Manager - North
Hako Machines Ltd
7-2002 - 8-2011
Retail, Trade & Cash Sales Manager
JLA
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John Ruskin College, Croydon
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sylvie.giangolini@hako.co.uk
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